Brass Oil Lantern from Japan

A traditional brass lantern designed to hold oil and a wick for flame-based illumination, commonly used for camping or decorative purposes. It falls under HTS 9405.50.40.00 as a non-electrical luminaire with no permanently fixed light source, classified among other lighting fittings not elsewhere specified. The design emphasizes portability and classic aesthetics without electrical components.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify the lantern is purely non-electrical with no integrated wiring or bulbs to avoid reclassification to electrical headings

• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns in documentation to confirm it's a lighting fitting, not a toy or decorative article

• Check for flame safety certifications like UL for oil lamps to meet U.S. import standards and prevent holds